Have you seen Steve?

Set in the mid-90s, Steve is a powerful reimagining of Max Porter’s Shy. The film follows a pivotal day in the life of headteacher Steve (Cillian Murphy) at a reform school, as he struggles with his mental health while striving to support students.

Though set over two decades ago, we know that some of the challenges depicted in this film remain deeply relevant in education today. We've compiled a free toolkit of resources for any teachers, school leaders or education staff affected by the themes explored in this film.

If you work in education and need emotional support, you are not alone. You can call our free and confidential helpline to speak to a trained counsellor, 24/7 on 08000 562 561. Call us. We'll listen.

Resources

For school leaders

• School leaders – do you make time to talk?
  Do you ever pause to ask yourself how you’re feeling? Who do you turn to if you start to feel the weight of your daily interactions?
• How to maintain a healthy mind and culture during periods of challenge
  Exercises, tools and tips to help school leaders implement healthy habits for supporting their own wellbeing and the wellbeing of their staff.
• The power of vulnerability in leadership
  Vulnerability is intrinsically linked to courage. Researcher Brené Brown is leading the charge on how vulnerability improves leadership.

For all staff

• Suicide, suicidal feelings and working in schools
  You may find some of the content in this resource difficult to read. If you can, try to find a safe time and space to consider the contents.
• Coping strategies: teachers and education staff 
  Learn to spot the signs of addiction and harm in yourself or a colleague and where to get support.
• Depression: what you can do in the workplace
  Advice about how to talk about your depression, manage symptoms at work and what your setting should be doing to support you.
• Burnout: recognising the signs and protecting yourself
  Learn how you can recognise the symptoms of burnout in yourself and colleagues with tips on how to beat it.
• Dealing with stress and trauma for staff in education settings
  You might witness a traumatic event at work, which can impact your mental health. Read our expert guide on dealing with stress and trauma in education settings.  
• Staying well in teaching: research-based insights and strategies
  Watch our recent webinar in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University to gain practical, research-informed ways to support mental health at work.

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